Director Nursing Education
Concorde Career Colleges · Denver, CO · 3 wk ago
Healthcare$125k/yrFull-time
Overview Director of Nursing Education The Director of Nursing Education oversees the academic quality, student satisfaction, and operational efficiency of the nursing department. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring compliance with state board of nursing regulations, accrediting agencies, and Concorde Career Colleges policies. The Director leads faculty development, drives curriculum implementation and evaluation, and promotes a student-centered learning environment. The position partners with campus and corporate leaders to maintain program accreditation and excellence, while also serving as the primary liaison with regulatory and community stakeholders. Our Benefits At a Glimpse Generous tuition programs: waiver, reimbursement, and loan forgivenessMatching 401K retirement planHealth, dental, and visionLong and short-term disabilityFlex time off, sick time, 10 paid holidays, floating holiday, and moreLife insurancePet insuranceEmployee assistance program Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership for curriculum development implementation and ongoing evaluation to ensure alignment with industry standards regulatory requirements and student success outcomesOversee faculty management including hiring orientation mentorship performance evaluation and ensuring compliance with instructional and institutional expectationsGuide academic planning by coordinating course schedules faculty assignments and resource needs to support timely student progression and program qualityMonitor and evaluate student performance advising practices licensure preparation and student engagement to ensure academic achievement and readiness for professional practiceEnsure accurate and compliant maintenance of student records faculty evaluations and program documentation in alignment with accreditor Board of Nursing and institutional policiesRepresent the program in internal and external forums including regulatory bodies community partnerships advisory boards and campus committees supporting policy development and compliance effortsMaintain active communication with students faculty clinical partners and administrative leaders to promote a positive learning environment and resolve concerns promptlySupport continuous improvement through analysis of feedback from students clinical sites and surveys implementing action plans that enhance program effectivenessServe as the liaison with the Board of Nursing and accrediting agencies ensuring timely submission of reports and maintaining program compliance with evolving regulationsPromote professional development and engagement among faculty and self through continuing education industry participation and scholarly contributionsActively participate in student-centered events such as graduations orientations and pinning ceremonies to foster a culture of support and celebrationEstablish/maintain a high performance team of professional, motivated and engaged staff utilizing effective training, performance management and career-development activities while leading them to achieve established business results and performance metricsRecognizes and rewards employee contributions and achievementsOther duties as assigned Qualifications Licenses/Certifications Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment (required) Education/Experience Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) required; doctorate degree preferredMust meet all State Board of Nursing qualifications to direct a nursing program (required)Must have over two (2+) years of experience teaching in an accredited BSN nursing programOver five (5+) years of professional nursing experience and leadership in a post-secondary environment Skills Proficiency in curriculum development, faculty mentoring, and regulatory complianceKnowledge of accreditation processes and reporting requirementsAbility to manage administrative duties with attention to detail and professional integrityProficiency with student information systems and learning management systemsIndependently manage complex tasks and projectsCoach and mentor junior team membersAnalyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutionsPresent ideas in a compelling and structured format to diverse audiencesDemonstrate refined listening skills and emotional intelligenceFacilitate training sessions and cross-functional meetingsDrive consistent results in a fast-paced environmentLeverage enterprise-level tools and systems to streamline processesCreate new and better ways for the organization to succeedDevelop people to achieve their goals and support organizational successNavigate complex policies, processes, and organizational dynamics with easeOperate effectively in uncertainty and ambiguityWork independently, escalating complex or high-impact issuesDrive innovation to improve organizational successDevelop others to achieve individual and organizational goalsNavigate complex organizational dynamics with confidencePerform effectively amid uncertainty and ambiguity Standard Abilities Able and willing to:Communicate, think, learn, and reasonUse computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasksSafely ambulate and/or maneuver when on-site at Company locationsDemonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering and category flexibilityAbility to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skillsAbility to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretionAbility to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneouslyAbility to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the positionAbility to foster long-term relationships with stakeholders Work Environment Work is performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment when on site at assigned company location. Employees must be able to safely ambulate when on company premises. This position is designated as on campus or onsite. Work environments may include exposure to student learning environments with a variety of conditions. Employees must be able to follow all safety precautions including the use of personal-protective equipment. Employees must also be able to adhere to site-specific safety procedures. Starting salary: $125,000+ depending on experience